Description
These Valentine Sugar Cookie Bars combine a buttery base with colorful sprinkles and delicious frosting, making them a perfect treat for any celebration. Easy to make and delightful to share, they evoke nostalgia and create joy in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp Valentine sprinkles
- 1 tub Duncan Hines white frosting
- 1/4 cup Valentine sprinkles (for topping)
- 1 Tbsp candy hearts and/or red M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch non-stick baking pan with parchment paper.
- Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla until a soft dough forms. Fold in 2 tablespoons of Valentine sprinkles.
- Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking pan, pressing gently.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges turn golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting with white frosting and adding toppings.
- Cut into 2-inch squares and serve.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
Customize by swapping sprinkles for mini chocolate chips or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg